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Broad Meadows Middle

Middle School · Quincy

50 Calvin Rd, Quincy, MA 02169

Enrollment

318

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,189 of 1,793

In Quincy

#9 of 19

public schools

In district

#9 of 19

Quincy

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Broad Meadows Middle

5.5/10

Middle School in Quincy · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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4.1/10

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About Broad Meadows Middle

Broad Meadows Middle is a public middle school in Quincy, MA, part of Quincy. Broad Meadows Middle serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Broad Meadows Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,189 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Broad Meadows Middle show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-18.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.9 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment5.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,369
Chronic Absenteeism24.8%

Broad Meadows Middle — Students at Broad Meadows Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
45%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47.8%
2019
Math
44.2%
ELA
47.4%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
20.2%
ELA
34.2%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
34.8%
2023
Math
30.5%
ELA
43.8%
2024
Math
27%
ELA
43.3%
2025
Math
23.8%
ELA
43.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Broad Meadows Middle Compares

See how Broad Meadows Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in MA
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.8%

Location

50 Calvin Rd, Quincy, MA 02169

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Broad Meadows Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Central Middle (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South West Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Point Webster Middle (rated 4.1/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Quincy, see our Quincy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Merrymount Quincy 0.5 mi 6.5
Point Webster Middle Quincy 0.9 mi 4.1
Quincy High Quincy 0.9 mi 5.5
Clifford H Marshall Elementary Quincy 1.2 mi 4.7
Snug Harbor Community School Quincy 1.0 mi 4.0
THE WOODWARD SCHOOL Quincy 1.1 mi 6.8
Beechwood Knoll Elementary Quincy 1.2 mi 5.2
Central Middle Quincy 1.4 mi 6.8
Atherton Hough Quincy 1.5 mi 3.0
CAMPUS KINDER HAUS Quincy 1.5 mi
LUMEN VERUM ACADEMY Braintree 1.7 mi
Lincoln-Hancock Community School Quincy 1.8 mi 4.7
Donald Ross Braintree 2.2 mi 5.6
ADAMS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Quincy 1.7 mi 5.5
ST COLETTA DAY SCHOOL Braintree 2.3 mi
MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Braintree 2.3 mi 7.1
Amelio Della Chiesa Early Childhood Center Quincy 2.1 mi 5.5
South West Middle School Quincy 2.1 mi 5.5
Charles A Bernazzani Elementary Quincy 1.9 mi 5.7
ARCHBISHOP WILLIAMS HIGH SCHOOL Braintree 2.4 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02169 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,080

Median Home Value

$552,200

Median Rent

$1,975/mo

Population

60,928

College Educated

48.5%

Homeownership

40.3%

Avg Commute

34.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

38.5

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South West Middle School Quincy, MA 5.5
Central Tree Middle Rutland, MA 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Broad Meadows Middle

What grades does Broad Meadows Middle serve?

Broad Meadows Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Broad Meadows Middle?

Broad Meadows Middle has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Broad Meadows Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Broad Meadows Middle is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Broad Meadows Middle rank in MA?

Broad Meadows Middle ranks #1,189 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Broad Meadows Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Broad Meadows Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Broad Meadows Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Broad Meadows Middle has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Broad Meadows Middle a charter school?

No, Broad Meadows Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Broad Meadows Middle a Title I school?

No, Broad Meadows Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.8%

District

Quincy
District Enrollment
9,695
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,369
District Rank
#9 of 19

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